Maria Montessori was an Italian physician, educator, and innovator, acclaimed for her educational method that builds on the way children naturally learn.
Born on August 31, 1870, in Chiaravalle, Italy.
In 1896, she became the first woman to graduate from the University of Rome La Sapienza medical school.
In 1907, she opened her first classroom called Casa dei Bambini in Rome, which was a great success.
In 1929, she established The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), which is a non-profit organization that carries on her work.
Maria Montessori died in the Netherlands in 1952.
A pedagogical system centered on holistic education, environmentalism, and hands-on learning.
An educational philosophy that focuses on project-based learning, developing children's creativity, and self-expression.
The conventional public and private school system that emphasizes structured teaching and learning
Manipulative learning tools designed to foster independence and facilitate a child's natural curiosity.
Toys designed to foster independent play and exploration for children.
Training programs for educators to learn the Montessori method and receive certification.
The Montessori method is an educational approach developed by Maria Montessori that emphasizes hands-on, child-led learning in a carefully prepared classroom environment.
A Montessori school is an educational institution that follows the Montessori method of education with a focus on a child's natural development and self-initiated learning.
The Montessori method is catered towards children ages 3-6, but some institutions go up to age 12 and beyond.
The Montessori method emphasizes self-directed learning and individualized instruction, while traditional education is typically more structured and teacher-led.
Most Montessori schools do not administer traditional tests or grades. Instead, students are evaluated based on their individual progress and mastery of specific skills.